I have traveled to more than 40 countries in the past 17 years, both for pleasure and for book research. I’ve visited some of Europe’s, Asia’s, and Africa’s liveliest cafés, but I have never ...

Looking across the sea from the deck of the Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar ferry, it’s easy to imagine you’ve slipped back a century or so, as the low rise, flat-topped buildings in the World ...

Zanzibar City, Tanzania, has officially claimed the prestigious 2025 Travel Noire Award for Best International Vacation. The city captivates global travelers with its stunning beaches, rich cultural ...

Birthplace of Freddie Mercury, the island has had a turbulent past but something about it inspires optimism, writes Jenny McBain.